Fat Tuesday this year is on March 4. Known as Mardi Gras, “partying” on the last night before the Christian fasting season of Lent (or earlier) includes lots of rich foods, throwing of beads, parades, and extreme merriment. Find a few celebrations in the Upper East Side of Texas below.
February 22. Mardi Gras Parade. Palestine. 5:30-7:30 p.m.
February 28-March 2. Mardi Gras UpRiver. Jefferson.
March 1. Hachie Gras. Waxahachie
March 2. 23rd Annual Krewe of Barkus Mardi Gras. McKinney.
March 4. Fat Tuesday Party. Stanley’s Famous Pit Barbecue. PATH Fundraiser. 5-11 p.m.
